According to this online booking website, the majestic sand dunes and hot, dry air in Mui Ne can make many people mistake this place for the desert in Egypt. However, Mui Ne is actually a coastal fishing village located in the South Central region of Vietnam.
"Scattered around the town are the famous red and white sand dunes, Suoi Tien, the ancient Po Sah Inu Cham Towers resembling the great Giza Pyramids. In addition, at some resorts in Mui Ne, the decoration with the two main colors of white and light blue reminds many people of the villages on the Greek island of Santorini," Booking.com commented.
Mui Ne (Vietnam). Photo: Viettravel
Besides Mui Ne, 4 other destinations on this list include:
Ella (Sri Lanka)
Set amidst tea plantations and cloud forests, this sleepy town resembles Germany’s Black Forest. It is famous for its ancient Nine Arch railway bridge and the majestic Ravana Falls.
Ella (Sri Lanka). Photo: The Common Wanderer
Jozankei (Japan)
This largest hot spring town in Hokkaido boasts a unique winter landscape of brown-tinged hills, white waterfalls and the Sapporo Kokusai ski resort.
Jozankei (Japan). Photo: Tripadvisor
Krabi (Thailand)
Famous for its white sand beaches, emerald green waters and towering palm trees, Krabi offers an experience that is not inferior to the beaches of Hawaii. Visitors can participate in many exciting activities such as snorkeling, kayaking and exploring caves.
Krabi (Thailand). Photo: Travelation
Don Det (Laos)
As one of the "four thousand islands" located along the Mekong River, Don Det is considered a "miniature Madagascar" with a diverse and pristine ecosystem. This is an ideal destination for tourists who love to explore nature.
Krabi (Thailand). Photo: Travelation
The fact that Mui Ne is honored by Booking.com is a testament to Vietnam's tourism potential. With unique landscapes and high-class experiences, Mui Ne promises to attract more and more international tourists in the future.
